Movies Around Manhattan

One of the best parts of living in NYC during the summer are all of the free outdoor movie screenings that take place. This summer is no different, with an excellent selection of blockbusters, family favorites, cult classics and indie flicks.
Pack up some snacks, grab a blanket or a low chair, and head out to watch some of your favorite movies outdoors overlooking staples of the city like the Manhattan skyline, Hudson River, Brooklyn Bridge, the Intrepid and more. Here is just a sample of the movies being shown this summer!

May 23: Top Gun

Whether you prefer Goose or Maverick, you and your friends can sit back and watch this Tom Cruise classic. Bring your lawn chairs, picnic baskets and blankets as well as your own food, snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. Doors open at 7:30pm and the film begins at sunset, weather permitting. Seating is on a first come first serve basis, and there is no admission after 8:30pm.

June 11: Gravity

Enjoy this larger than life movie experience on the beautiful lawn at the Hoboken Pier. See one of the years best films being shown with the Manhattan skyline as your backdrop. For the best seating, come early and bring a blanket or comfortable low-back chair. You may bring a picnic, but alcohol consumption is not permitted and subject to a fine.

June 18: Anchorman 2

The legend continues in this hilarious sequel to one of America's most beloved comedies. Grab some cannoli's from Carlo's Bake Shop and enjoy this FREE outdoor movie screening, located on First St. and Frank Sinatra Drive in Hoboken, NJ.

July 30: ET: The Extra Terrestrial

Presented by the City of Hoboken, along with Projected Images of Hudson County and the Hudson County Division of Cultural Affairs, there will be a special screening of the beloved story of the adorable alien trying to make his way back home.

August 14: Captain Phillips

Join the Intrepid Museum for its 6th annual Summer Movie Series and enjoy a FREE feature film under the stars on the flight deck! Bring your lawn chairs, picnic baskets and blankets. Guests are encouraged to bring their own food, snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. Doors open at 7:30pm and the film begins at sunset, weather permitting.

August 26: Frozen

You can already hear, "Let It Go," can't you? Come see the years most talked about film this summer! Frozen has multiple dates and locations. To see a full list of when you can catch the latest Disney movie, click here.

August 22: The Wizard of Oz

Click your heels three times and find yourself at Pier 46 in Chelsea. This breathtaking view of the Hudson river will make watching one of the best movies of all time an unforgettable experience. Bring your family, friends, and lawn chairs. Along with the movie, popcorn is also complimentary!

To see the complete list of free movies showing this summer, click here!